Co-Lead Planning & Development Manager

North Herts Council; United States; Remote; USD 93,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

North Hertfordshire Council is seeking a senior planning leader to jointly manage the planning service. You will oversee development management, enforcement, technical support and specialist functions with a team of over 30 officers, contributing to high-profile decisions and shaping development across the district.

You will bring substantial experience in development management, be eligible for RTPI membership, and lead a culture of collaboration, performance, and continuous improvement within

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership experience in planning services.
• Strong understanding of development management and planning legislation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development management, planning enforcement, technical support and specialist functions.
• Lead and mentor a team of 30+ officers.
• Provide clear professional advice to elected members, senior officers, applicants and communities.
• Balance competing priorities on large-scale or high-profile applications.
• Shape high-quality development across the district.
• Drive service performance and continuous improvement.
• Support staff development and create a positive high-performing culture.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Job description

North Hertfordshire Council is seeking a senior planning leader to jointly manage the planning service. You will oversee development management, enforcement, technical support and specialist functions with a team of over 30 officers, contributing to high-profile decisions and shaping development across the district.

You will bring substantial experience in development management, be eligible for RTPI membership, and lead a culture of collaboration, performance, and continuous improvement within